Patient Safety Attendant

Cooper University Health Care; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, NJ, is seeking a certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care in a busy hospital setting. The role emphasizes safety, direct and indirect patient assistance, and teamwork with nursing staff. This position requires flexible night shifts and compliance with hospital protocols.

Ideal candidates have CNA certification and basic patient care skills, plus strong communication and interpersonal abilities to engage with patients and colleagues effectively.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital/patient care experience preferred and CNA Certification.
• Demonstrates confidence in interpersonal relationships and effective communication skills.
• Basic patient care skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe environment for patients requiring close observation and assist with direct, indirect, and non-patient care tasks.
• Contribute to quality patient care as a dedicated member of the healthcare team.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Basic patient care

Education

CNA Certification

High School Diploma or Equivalent

American Heart Association CPR Certification

Job description

About Us

Cooper Norcross Health, formerly Cooper University Health Care, is a leading academic health system affiliated with Cooper Norcross Medical School of Rowan University. Headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, Cooper Norcross Health has revenues of more than $3 billion and an A+ credit rating from both S&P and Fitch Ratings.

Cooper Norcross Health has nearly 14,000 team members, including more than 2,200 nurses, more than 1,200 employed physicians representing 95 specialties and subspecialties, and more than 700 advanced practice providers.

The health system operates MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper as well as four hospitals – its 663-bed flagship Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden, its 229-bed Cooper Norcross University Hospital Cape Regional in Cape May Court House, Children’s Hospital at Cooper Norcross Health in Camden, and The Recovery Village Cherry Hill at Cooper, a substance abuse rehabilitation and inpatient treatment facility, in partnership with American Recovery Services.

Cooper Norcross University Hospital in Camden is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in South Jersey and the busiest in the region. The hospital has been recognized as a top-performing regional hospital by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals annual survey for eight years.

More than 2.54 million patients visit Cooper Norcross Health facilities annually. Its ambulatory network encompasses three outpatient surgery centers, seven urgent care centers, a wound care center, and more than 130 physician, physical therapy, and radiology offices extending from the Delaware River to the New Jersey shore.

Cooper Norcross Health, a not-for-profit health system, was named one of America’s Best Large Employers for 2026 by Forbes, ranking among the top 200 in the nation. Visit CooperHealth.org to learn more.

Short Description

• Functions in the role of providing a safe environment for patients requiring close observation. Assists in providing direct, indirect, and non-patient care responsibilities.
• Contributes to quality patient care by serving as a significant member of the health care team

Experience Required

• Previous hospital/patient care experience preferred and and/or CNA Certification.
• Demonstrates confidence in interpersonal relationships and effective communication skills.
• Basic patient care skills preferred.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

License/Certification Requirements

American Heart Association CPR Certified.

Special Requirements

• Shift Requirements
  • 7PM-7AM
  • 3 shifts every week
  • Every 3rd weekend preassigned
  • Every other holiday & 1 hallmark holiday

Salary Min ($)

USD $16.50

Salary Max ($)

USD $25.00